white glove test en · NOUN
Etymology
From the 1950s American image of putting on a white glove and running a finger along a spot to see how much dirt and dust is accumulated as a way of measuring how well the area has been kept clean.
Meanings
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An examination of cleanliness, hygiene or other cleaning-related standards.
Looking at the imprint his hand had left on the visible layer of dust, he realized his home would certainly not pass his mother's white glove test.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| white glove tests | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| white-glove test | alternative | lexicographic |